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  • VSFB Pioneers Research on Ascent Sonic Booms

    Vandenberg Space Force Base stands as a vital hub where Guardians and Airmen oversee launches that safeguard U.S. interests and uphold America’s edge in the space domain. Each mission highlights American innovation, fortifies resilience, and increases security for the nation and its allies.As space

  • Honoring our Veterans: Welcoming our Heroes Home at Santa Maria Airport

    WWII, Korea and Vietnam war veterans of the California Central Coast Coastal Honor Flight are cheered on by attendees as they arrive at the Santa Maria Airport in Santa Maria, Calif., May 14, 2025. Over 1,000 attendees showed up to support the event including family members, friends, military

  • West Coast Drill Down at Vandenberg

    A competition judge watches a drill team during a West Coast Drill Down competition at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 10, 2025. Drill teams performed on the parade grounds and were judged by a three person panel on proper form, cadence, and correct movements.

  • Vandenberg Biologist Honored for Conservation and Community Leadership

    Tiffany Whitsitt-Odell, a natural resource manager with the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, is leaving an indelible mark on wildlife conservation and community service. With more than three years of federal service, Whitsitt-Odell oversees wildlife management programs

  • Airman Leadership School Class 25-D Graduation Ceremony

    Graduates, instructors, and mentors pose for a group photo following the Airman Leadership School class 25-D graduation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 9, 2025. Students at ALS learn how to teach, lead and supervise junior enlisted members. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt.

  • Vandenberg Honors Military Spouses

    Members of Vandenberg honor their military spouses during the Military Spouse Appreciation Breakfast at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 9, 2025. Military Spouse Appreciation Day is celebrated by the Department of Defense every year in the month of May to recognize the strength and

  • Space Delta 1 Change of Responsibility Ceremony

    U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Ryan Dawson assumed responsibility from U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Paul Norris as the senior enlisted leader for Delta 1. Delta 1 is responsible for training and educating warfighters across the United States Space Force, preparing Guardians to meet

  • Missile Defense Leaders Lt. Gen. Sean Gainey and Riki Ellison Visit VSFB

    U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Sean A. Gainey, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) and Joint Functional Component Command for Integrated Missile Defense commanding general, and 100th Missile Defense Brigade members pose in front of Northrup Grumman equipment at the Missile Defense Agency

  • SLD 30 Deputy Commander Col. Michael Jewell Bids VSFB Farewell

    VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. – After a distinguished tenure, U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Jewell, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, is preparing to depart Vandenberg SFB and begin the next chapter of his career at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom.

 

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